When I started out doing P90X, it exceeded my expectations of what in-home workouts could be. I tried other workouts before; some I enjoyed, while I thought others were just cheesy. After P90X brought me great results, I wanted to mix it up a bit so I gave Insanity a […]
Yearly Archives: 2014
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Update: I have now been drinking Shakeology for almost 7 years. My first day was March 20th, 2009. I’ve been drinking Shakeology every day for over five years. Who do I thank for finding and combining all of the great ingredients in Shakeology? Darin Olien! Here’s […]
Whether it was a prolonged illness in the family or recovery from an accident or the nightmare of divorce, we’ve all experienced times in our lives when it was if we were in a tunnel and all that we could focus on was what was within the confines of that […]
Did you know that Cinco de Mayo was first celebrated on American soil? It’s true! Even though the date commemorates Mexico’s victory over France in the Battle of Puebla (NOT Mexican Independence Day), the first Cinco de Mayo parades and parties were help by Mexican-American communities in California and the […]
Stress has plagued me (like a plague) for years. My rock for staying healthy has always been Shakeology and it has worked for me for over 5 years. Last summer, though, I was just feeling really drained and by chance, stopped at a Pharmaca for the first time […]
I actually posted this on Facebook earlier today and it is such an important post that I want to share it on my blog, too. My question is, if you can be a work at home dad and make a good income and spend every day with your children, why […]
I’ve had a number of “lives” – living, teaching and traveling in Latin America, owning a woodworking business, being a personal trainer and now being a full time Team Beachbody Coach starting when I was 55 What are you going to do? Why not join me and change people’s […]
Shakeology has been a daily part of my life for over 5 years. It has seen me through the toughest times that I have ever experienced and inconceivable stress and I’ve barely skipped a beat. I can’t say that I haven’t had a cold or some physically or […]
The day is winding down and it was a good day for a change. Some day I may share with you what the last six months have been like, but not now. I just want to get through another day of looking up. I also wanted to […]
By Steve Edwards – From the Team Beachbody Newsletter Ask the Expert Series The answer depends on two factors: your overall diet and how intense your workout is. If you eat small, balanced meals every few hours while you’re awake, you don’t really need a preworkout meal strategy. Your body […]
Because there is no point in looking back, right? If I did, I would see my SuperGym workout calendar for March (not to mention the first 6 days of April) and see the worst training log that I have ever had. In fact, over the past three months, it […]
April is a great month for a lot of reasons and it just got even better! You can save a ton of money and get fit and lose weight just in time to look fabulous for summer. How? Two fantastic offers from Team Beachbody, that’s how! Focus […]
In 21 days, you can be beach-ready for a vacation. Look drop-dead great at your upcoming reunion. Or be well on your way REALLY well on your way to reaching a major weight-loss goal. And all you have to do is decide. Then let 21 Day Fix do the […]
Bethany used the Brazil Butt Lift Challenge Pack. Click here to find out more about the Brazil Butt Lift Challenge Pack April sale – you get Brazil Butt Lift for just $10.00! Growing up, I was that skinny kid who could eat whatever I wanted. It was great! But fast […]
Tell us about your life before you started the program. How did you feel about yourself and your body?* I felt terrible about myself. Being in the Navy and being the biggest guy in your unit isn’t a good feeling. I was sick of being called “the big guy”. I […]
Tell us about your life before you started the program. How did you feel about yourself and your body? I started T25 sixteen months after having my son. Prior to having my son, I used to run a lot. I even ran two half marathons. I also enjoyed doing classes […]
By Steve Edwards – from the Team Beachbody Newsletter Nothing taps your panic button quite like gaining weight, especially when you’re on a weight loss program. Unfortunately, it’s an inevitable fact of life. Luckily, you’ve got me here to tell you that, as long as you’re following a solid program, […]
There are many protein shakes and meal replacements that are less expensive than Shakeology, but none of them have as many quality superfoods as Shakeology does. Usually the “you get what you pay for†logic rings true, and the shake biz is definitely a case where it applies! Shakeology has […]
For National Nutrition month, Team Beachbody is putting together a collection of five recipes for you to try every week. These delicious recipes are all easy to make and, of course, good for you. Here are the Week One recipes for you to make, eat and enjoy. Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken […]
By Justine Holberg – from Team Beachbody Fitness Tips You’re tracking calories, working out each day, then bam! For a week or two, the scale refuses to budge…and you realize you’ve hit a dreaded weight loss plateau. Now what? Even though it’s completely normal to hit a snag in your […]
Meet Naima. This former college athlete is back on her game after losing 30 pounds – and she participated in The Beachbody Challenge and won the $500 Daily Prize for March 6th! Tell us about your life before you started the program. How did you feel about yourself […]
By Denis Faye – from the Team Beachbody Newsletter About a year ago, I decided to take back my night. It had been three years since my divorce, a hellish experience that had completely robbed me of my ability to sleep. 3 hours was an average night. 5 hours was […]
By DeLane McDuffie – from the Team Beachbody Newsletter With Mardi Gras beginning today, many of you will be experiencing some of that Cajun/Creole/Louisiana flavor. Test your knowledge of the following Louisiana staples. What cocktail is reported to be America’s first? Creole pharmacist Antoine Peychaud invented the Sazerac […]
By Kara Wahlgren – from the Team Beachbody Newsletter When you’re feeling overworked or overwhelmed, it’s easy to find an excuse to skip a workout…or two…or a whole week’s worth. But don’t let bad excuses get in the way of good intentions. Here’s how to keep them from derailing your […]
By Kara Wahlgren – from the Team Beachbody Newsletter Last week, you were feeling gung ho and ready to tackle your weight-loss goals head-on. This week? Not so much. You’re tired, you’re hungry, and you’re aching in places you didn’t even know existed. But before you lose all motivation, take […]
By Zack Zeigler – from the Team Beachbody Newsletter Which do you want first the good news or the bad news? The bad news? You got it, glass-is-half-empty exerciser. Here it is: There is no magical way to speed up your metabolism. So all the mystical pills and potions that […]
From the Team Beachbody Newsletter Super Bowl Sunday is the first real challenge to your New Year’s Resolutions. It’s the day when it’s normal to chow down on fried foods smothered in cheese and bacon…and then wash it with a few beers. In fact, Americans consume more calories on Super […]
Here are the top Beachbody programs that I’ve done in numerical order. I’ve provided my review and feedback on each one and a link so that you can learn more. Or you can just email me at phaseonefitness@gmail.com. 1. Insanity review – It pushed me to […]
I’m challenging you to give yourself 30 days to develop a positive habit and to see what type of life change you can achieve in 30 days. Among the benefits, you will: Lose weight Get in shape Feel great Wear clothes that fit better Have more energy Have better […]
Tony Horton and Shaun T help us break down all the benefits of shorter workouts in this article from the January Team Beachbody Coach Newsletter. Want to get ripped and do a workout that you are much less likely to quit? Spend less time working out. Yes, you heard that […]
What a difference a year makes. At the end of 2013, my left knee hurt too much to run (or I would have to walk to warm up and then could run a little and then walk and run a little and walk). I thought that the pain […]